Quick BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwiches with Crunchy Slaw

Craving the tangy-sweet flavor of BBQ chicken but don’t want to fire up the grill? These loaded sandwiches are your answer. In just 10 minutes, you can enjoy layers of BBQ pulled chicken, crunchy coleslaw, tangy pickles and a drizzle of hot sauce all piled into fluffy brioche buns. It’s like a picnic at your desk any day of the week.

This recipe is all about convenience without sacrificing taste. The combination of tender chicken, creamy slaw and zesty pickles creates a satisfying meal that comes together in a flash. Perfect for a quick lunch or a no-fuss dinner.

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Ingredients

1 unit Dill PickleView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit Brioche BunsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

5 teaspoon Red Wine VinegarView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 ounce Shredded Red CabbageView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon Sour CreamView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Bold & Savory Steak SpiceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 tablespoon MayonnaiseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 teaspoon Hot SauceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon SugarView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Salt to tasteView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Pepper to tasteView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce BBQ Pulled ChickenView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Wash and dry produce. Thinly slice the dill pickle into rounds. Halve the brioche buns.
2. In a large bowl, combine the red wine vinegar and 1 teaspoon sugar. Add the shredded red cabbage and toss to coat. Stir in the sour cream and season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine. Set aside.
3. Place the BBQ pulled chicken in a separate large microwave-safe bowl; toss with the bold & savory steak spice. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Microwave until warmed through, about 2 minutes. If desired, toast the buns until golden brown.
4. Spread the buns with mayonnaise, then fill with pickle slices, BBQ chicken and slaw. Drizzle with hot sauce to taste.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different type of bun?

Yes, any soft bun or roll works well, but brioche adds a rich flavor.

How can I make this gluten-free?

Use gluten-free buns and ensure your BBQ chicken and steak spice are gluten-free.

Can I prepare the slaw ahead of time?

Yes, the slaw can be made up to a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.